Comparison - BMW X3 xDrive30i 2018 - vs - Porsche Cayenne Platinum 2018

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BMW X3 xDrive30i 2018

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Make: 
BMW
Porsche
Model: 
X3
Cayenne
Average Price: 
47,890
Updated: 
28 Nov 2016
66,700
Updated: 
01 Jul 2018
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
Rear Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2018
2018
Total Seating: 
5
5
Transmission: 
8-speed Shiftable Automatic
8-speed Shiftable Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
no
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
17.70gals
26.40gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Alpine White
#EDEEF2
Black Sapphire Metallic
#030404
Carbon Black Metallic
#495062
Chestnut Brown Metallic
#7F503E
Deep Sea Blue Metallic
#2D4573
Glacier Silver Metallic
#A0A3B2
Jet Black
#4F5055
Melbourne Red Metallic
#9A2627
Mineral Silver Metallic
#706D68
Mineral White Metallic
#7B7F89
Space Gray Metallic
#787880
Color: 
Black
#000000
Carmine Red
#820A13
Carrara White Metallic
#FFFFFF
Jet Black Metallic
#000000
Mahogany Metallic
#4C3B33
Meteor Grey Metallic
#393029
Moonlight Blue Metallic
#2B2E3D
Palladium Metallic
#8E8179
Purpurite Metallic
#2A1E3B
Rhodium Silver Metallic
#E6E6E6
Sapphire Blue Metallic
#284378
White
#FFFFFF

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

The latest BMW X3 is well worth considering if you’re looking for a family SUV with a spacious and plush interior that’s relaxing to drive.

Pros
Spacious cabin
Practical boot
Quiet and comfortable to drive

Cons
Desirable options cost extra
Looks like the old car
Cabin doesn’t look very exciting

By: 
carwow.co.uk

The X3 also becomes a more full-fledged member of the BMW family with its upgraded interior. And at a time when some of the brand’s passenger-car offerings have strayed from BMW’s historically strong dynamics, the new X3 makes an encouraging showing there as well.

Pros
Chassis tuning like BMWs of old,
improved interior,
plenty of passenger and cargo space.

Cons
Imprecise variable-ratio steering,
goofy electronic shifter,
the entry-level four pales next to the six-cylinder.

By: 
caranddriver.com

The 2018 Porsche Cayenne is a richly appointed luxury SUV that earns its Porsche badge. It's one of few cars on the road that manage to feel special in standard or top trims, despite a $100,000 price difference.

Pros
Strong engines
Superlative handling for the big SUV
Lots of options to consider
Good performance from hybrid

Cons
Not particularly efficient with space inside
Base model isn’t really thrilling
Unbelievably expensive options

By: 
thecarconnection.com

There are no significant changes to the 2018 Porsche Cayenne.As far as performance and luxury go, we're confident that most shoppers will find the base Cayenne to their liking. Porsche buyers tend to crave a bit more performance, however, so we think the Cayenne S hits a good balance point for power and price.

PROS
Truly impressive handling for a crossover SUV
Wide selection of powerful engines available
Exquisite interior and build quality
Plenty of customization options

CONS
Quite a few optional features should be standard given the price tag
Relatively small cargo capacity for the segment

By: 
edmunds.com

The 2018 Porsche Cayenne ranked #3 in Luxury Midsize SUVs. Currently the Porsche Cayenne has a score of 8.7 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 58 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Potent optional engines
Sharp handling
Handsome, well-built interior
Quiet, comfortable ride

Cons
Small cargo hold
Abundant buttons and knobs can be overwhelming
Starting price and options are more expensive than most

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usnews.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Premium Unleaded
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
21.00mpg
17.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
28.00mpg
23.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
24
24
Cylinders: 
6
Inline
6
V
Engine Size/Displacement: 
2.00L
3.60L
Torque: 
260ft-lbs
at 1 450rpm
295ft-lbs
at 3 000rpm
Horsepower: 
240hp
at 5 000rpm
300hp
at 6 300rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
39.00Feet
39.00Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
no
no
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
no
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
no
no
Front view Camera: 
no
no
Side view Camera: 
no
no
On steering wheel: 
Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel
Transmission, cruise and audio controls on steering wheel
More in Convenience: 
Destination Download*
Concierge Service*
Hands-Free Calling*
Destination guidance (also Turn-by-Turn Navigation)*
Roadside Assistance*
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
183.40in
191.10in
Width: 
74.10in
78.70in
Height: 
66.10in
67.40in
Ground Clearance: 
8.00in
8.50in
Front Track: 
62.80in
Rear Track: 
63.40in
Wheel Base: 
110.60in
114.00in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
40.70
Rear Head Room: 
39.10
Front Leg Room: 
39.90in
Rear leg room: 
36.80in
Front Hip Room: 
56.50in
Front Shoulder Room: 
58.30in
Rear Hip Room: 
54.80in
Rear Shoulder room: 
56.00in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
63.30cu.ft
62.90cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
3000lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
27.60cu.ft
23.60cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
25.70degrees
Angle of Departure: 
22.60degrees
Curb Weight: 
4030.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
no
yes
More Instruments: 
Low fuel level warning

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
Heated mirrors
Reverse tilt passenger only provides curb view when vehicle in reverse
Remote keyless power door locks
4 one-touch power windows
4 one-touch power windows
Heated mirrors
Hands-Free Entry

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
8 -way power passenger seat
Height adjustable driver seat
Leatherette
8 -way power driver seat
Height adjustable passenger seat
Bucket front seats
Height adjustable driver seat
Multi-level heating driver seat
Height adjustable passenger seat
Multi-level heating passenger seat
8-Way Power Driver Seat
8-Way Power Passenger Seat
Leather
Leather/Sueded Microfiber
Rear Seats Features: 
Split-folding rear seatback
Rear ventilation ducts
Folding with storage center armrest
Folding center armrest
Reclining rear seats
Split-folding rear seatback
Rear ventilation ducts

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front stabilizer bar
Front stabilizer bar
Rear Suspension: 
Rear stabilizer bar
Rear stabilizer bar
Suspension Info: 
Four-wheel independent suspension
Four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Turn signal in mirrors
Cargo floor mats
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Leather steering wheel
Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror
Cooled storage compartment
Heated steering wheel
Leather steering wheel
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
no
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
USB connection
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
9 total speakers
205 watts stereo output
3 Months of provided satellite radio service
Auxiliary audio input
Speed sensitive volume control
USB connection

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
yes
yes
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Rear window wiper
Variable intermittent rain sensing wipers
Privacy glass
Roof rack
Intermittent rear wiper
Privacy glass
Variable intermittent rain sensing wipers
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
18 x 8.0
20 X 9.0-In
Wheels more: 
Run flat tires
Performance tires
Fullsize non-matching spare tire
Inside mounted spare tire
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
245.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
50
Diameter: 
R18
Width: 
275.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
45
Diameter: 
R20

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated front disc brakes
Front ventilated disc brakes
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
rear ventilated disc brakes
rear ventilated disc brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Parking Assistant
ACC Stop & Go + Active Driving Assistant
Stolen Vehicle Tracking/Assistance*
Emergency Service*
Post-collision safety system
Xenon high intensity discharge headlamp
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Front seatbelt pretensioners
Passenger head restraint whiplash protection system
Adaptive headlights
Rear height adjustable headrests
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Rear center 3-point belt
Remote anti-theft alarm system
Xenon High Intensity Discharge Headlamp

Options

Packages: 
Driver Assistance Plus
Cold Weather Package
Dynamic Handling Package
Lighting Package
Premium Package
XLine
Cold Weather Package
Driver Assistance Package
Technology Package
M Sport
Comfort Lighting Package w/Memory Package
Premium Package Plus
Smoking Package
14-Way Power Seats w/Memory Package
Premium Package
Sport Package
18-Way Adaptive Sport Seats W/Memory Package
Driver Memory Package
Exterior Options: 
Roof Rails In Satin Aluminum
19" M Double Spoke Wheels - Style 622M
20" M Double Spoke Wheels - Style 310M
19" Light Alloy Double-Spoke Wheels - Style 309
Panoramic Moonroof
Adaptive Full LED Lights
Tinted LED Headlights
ParkAssist (Front and Rear) w/Reversing Camera
"PORSCHE" Logo and Model Designation Painted
Off-Road Underbody Protection
Sport Exhaust System in Black
Wheel Spacers, 5mm (Front and Rear)
Soft Close Doors
Roof Rails in Black including Roof Transport System
Thermally and Noise Insulated Privacy Glass
Panorama Roof System
21" Sport Classic Wheels in Platinum Satin w/Wheel Arch Extensions
21" Sport Classic Wheels in Black w/Wheel Arch Extensions
21" Cayenne SportEdition Painted Black Wheels w/Arch Extension
Running Boards
21" Cayenne SportEdition Wheels w/Wheel Arch Extensions
21" 911 Turbo Design Wheels
Summer Performance Tires for 20" Wheels
Exterior Package in Black (High-Gloss)
SportDesign Package w/Side Skirts
SportDesign Package w/out Side Skirts
21" Sport Classic Wheels in Jet Black Metallic w/Wheel Arch Extensions
Rocker Panels w/Aluminum Finish
ParkAssist (Front and Rear) w/Surround View
"PORSCHE" Logo Painted
Deletion of Model Designation
Sport Tailpipes in Black
Sport Exhaust System
Trailer Hitch w/out Tow Ball
Roof Rails in Black
Roof Rails in Aluminum Finish w/Roof Transport System
Roof Rails in Aluminum Finish
Heated Windshield w/Thermally and Noise Insulated Privacy Glass
21" Sport Classic Wheels in Exterior Color w/Wheel Arch Extensions
21" Sport Classic Wheels w/Wheel Arch Extensions
Stainless Steel Skid Plate (Front)
Stainless Steel Skid Plates (Front and Rear)
21" Cayenne SportEdition Wheels Painted in Exterior Color w/Arch Extensions
21" Cayenne SportEdition Wheels in Platinum Satin
Door Handles in Black (High-Gloss)
Wheel Arch Extensions in Black w/Side Door Protection Moldings
Air Intake Grilles Painted
20" RS Spyder Design Wheels
Fuel Cap w/Aluminum Look Finish
Exterior Mirrors Painted
20" RS Spyder Design Winter Wheel-And-Tire Set
Snow Chains
20" Cayenne SportDesign II Winter Wheel-And-Tire Set
19" Cayenne Design II Winter Wheel-And-Tire Set
20" Cayenne SportDesign II Winter Wheel-And-Tire Set
19" Cayenne Design II Winter Wheel-And-Tire Set
20" Cayenne SportDesign II Wheels
20" RS Spyder Design Wheels
19" Cayenne Sport Classic Winter Wheel-And-Tire Set
18" Cayenne S Winter Wheel-And-Tire Set
19" Cayenne Turbo Winter Wheel-And-Tire Set
20" RS Spyder Design Winter Wheel-And-Tire Set
18" Cayenne Winter Wheel-And-Tire Set
19" Cayenne Sport Classic Winter Wheel-And-Tire Set, Platinum Satin
19" Cayenne Sport Classic Winter Wheel-And-Tire Set
19" Cayenne Turbo Winter Wheel-And-Tire Set
19" Cayenne Sport Classic Winter Wheel-And-Tire Set, Platinum Satin
19" Cayenne Design II Wheels
18" Cayenne S Wheels
19" Cayenne Turbo Wheels
Roof Spoiler Separation Edge Painted
Sport Tailpipes
Sport Exhaust System In Black
Extended Exterior Package In Black (High-Gloss) W/Roof Spoiler Separation Edge
Bi-Xenon Headlights In Black W/Porsche Dynamic Light System (PDLS)
ParkAssist (Front And Rear) W/Reversing Camera
ParkAssist (Front And Rear)
LED Headlights W/Porsche Dynamic Light System Plus (PDLS+)
Cargo Management System
Ski/Snowboard Holder, Pull-Out
Roof Box In Platinum Satin, 18.3 Cu. Ft.
Wheel Care Kit
Decorative Valve Stems In Silver W/Monochrome Porsche Crest
Decorative Valve Stems In Silver W/Colored Porsche Crest
Decorative Valve Stems In Black W/Colored Porsche Crest
20" Collapsible Spare Tire
Wheel Spacers, 17mm (Rear)
Summer Performance Tires For 18" Wheels
Summer Performance Tires For 19" Wheels
Racing Bike Carrier W/Front Wheel Bag
Racing Bike Carrier W/Front Wheel Holder
Outdoor Car Cover
Indoor Car Cover
Bicycle Rack
Roof Box In Platinum Satin, 18.3 Cu. Ft.Roof Box In Black (High-Gloss), 18.3 Cu. Ft.
Roof Box In Black (High-Gloss), 11.3 Cu. Ft.
Roof Box In Platinum Satin, 11.3 Cu. Ft.
18" Cayenne Wheels
Interior Options: 
Wireless Charging
Navigation System
Apple CarPlay Compatibility
Rear Manual Side Window Shades
Harman Kardon Surround Sound System
Heated Front Seats
Porsche Entry and Drive
Armrests in Deviated Leather
Air Vent Slats in Leather
Seat Centers in Deviated Leather
Soft Ruffled Seat Centers w/Leather Interior
Leather Interior Package
Soft Ruffled Seat Centers w/Natural Leather Interior
Seat Belts in Garnet Red
Seat Belts in Espresso
Seat Belts in Luxor Beige
Yachting Mahogany Interior Package including Gear Selector
Heated Multifunction Steering Wheel in Yachting Mahogany
Personalized Floor Mats w/Leather Edging
Heated Multifunction Steering Wheel in Alcantara
Center Console Armrest w/Model Logo
Sun Visors in Leather
Grab Handles in Leather
Front Seat Console in Leather
Cargo Management
Seat Ventilation (Front and Rear)
Power Sunblind for Rear Side Windows
Electronic Logbook
Porsche Rear Seat Entertainment Plus
Illuminated Personalized Door-Sill Guards in Stainless Steel
Heated Multifunction Steering Wheel in Carbon Fiber
Grab Handles in Carbon Fiber
Anthracite Birch Interior Package
Yachting Mahogany Interior Package
Heated Multifunction Sport Steering Wheel in Dark Walnut
Instrument Dials in Garnet Red
Upper Dash Dial in White
Interior Package Painted
Instrument Dials in Luxor Beige
Ski Bag
Porsche Rear Seat Entertainment
Vehicle Key Painted w/Key Pouch in Leather
Air Vent Slats Painted
Upper Dash Dial in Garnet Red
Instrument Dials in White
Upper Dash Dial in Luxor Beige
Gear Selector in Aluminum
Natural Olive Interior Package
Heated Multifunction Steering Wheel in Anthracite Birch
Illuminated Personalized Door-Sill Guards in Carbon Fiber
Brushed Aluminum Interior Package
Illuminated Door-Sill Guards in Stainless Steel
Burmester High-End Surround Sound System
4-Zone Climate Control
Seat Ventilation (Front)
Door Lever Surround in Leather
Fire Extinguisher
Rear-view Mirror in Leather
Porsche Rear Seat Entertainment Leather
Center Console Armrest w/Porsche Crest
Personalized Loadspace Mat w/Leather Edging
Dark Walnut Interior Package including Gear Selector
Anthracite Birch Interior Package including Gear Selector
Natural Olive Interior Package including Gear Selector
Dark Walnut Interior Package
Seat Belts in Cohiba Brown
Seat Belts in Saddle Brown
Seat Belts in Agate Grey
Interior Package Black High-Gloss
Extended Leather Interior Package, Dashboard Trim in Leather
Deviated Stitching Interior Package
Air Vents in Leather
Steering Column Casing in Leather
Seats w/Deviated Stitching
Sport Chrono Package
Carbon Interior Package Including Gear Selector
Carbon Fiber Interior Package
Porsche Rear Seat Entertainment Plus
Preparation For Porsche Rear Seat Entertainment (PRSE)
Preparation For The Rear Seat Entertainment W/Connect/Connect Plus
Steering Column Casing In Leather
12V Cooling Bag
Luggage Nets, Loadspace Floor And Sides
Luggage Compartment Liner, High
Loadspace Partition
Luggage Compartment Liner, High
Sunblind For Rear Side Windows
Sunblind For Rear Compartment
Key Pouch In Black Alcantara, Stitching In Guards Red
Key Pouch In Black Alcantara, Stitching In Black
Footrest For Rear Passenger Compartment
All-Weather Floor Mats
Ignition Starter Switch Painted
Seat Heating (Front And Rear)

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Beige/Black SensaTec, leatherette
#010101
Black Nevada w/Gray Contrast Stitching, premium leather
#1A1A1A
Black Nevada, premium leather
#070707
Black SensaTec, leatherette
#0B0B0B
Ivory White Nevada w/Red Contrast Stitching, premium leather
#C1C0BE
Mocha Nevada w/Orange Contrast Stitching, premium leather
#544F4C
Oyster Nevada, premium leather
#ADAAA1
Saddle Brown Nevada, premium leather
#816A5A
Sand Beige/Black Nevada, premium leather
#B8AB98
Color: 
Agate Grey, leather
#4A4035
Black, leather
#1D1D1D
Black/Cohiba Brown, leather
#573E32
Black/Cream, leather
#A49E93
Black/Garnet Red, leather
#964348
Black/Saddle Brown, leather
#3C332B
Espresso, premium leather
#1C1916
Espresso/Cognac, premium leather
#977756
Luxor Beige, leather
#A08560
Saddle Brown, leather
#4F463E
Saddle Brown/Cream, leather
#8E887D
Saddle Brown/Luxor Beige, leather
#554C44
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